What is the cheapest way to get from Saumur to Chartres?

The cheapest way to get from Saumur to Chartres is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saumur to Chartres?

The fastest way to get from Saumur to Chartres is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Saumur and Chartres?

No, there is no direct bus from Saumur to Chartres. However, there are services departing from Saumur and arriving at Pôle d'échanges via Gare routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Saumur and Chartres?

No, there is no direct train from Saumur to Chartres. However, there are services departing from Saumur and arriving at Chartres via Angers Saint-Laud and Le Mans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Saumur to Chartres?

The distance between Saumur and Chartres is 264 km. The road distance is 209.7 km.

How do I travel from Saumur to Chartres without a car?

The best way to get from Saumur to Chartres without a car is to train via Le Mans which takes 3h 28m and costs €40 - €95.

How long does it take to get from Saumur to Chartres?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Saumur to Chartres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saumur to Chartres bus from?

Saumur to Chartres bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Saumur station.

Where do I catch the Saumur to Chartres train from?

Saumur to Chartres train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Saumur station.

Train or bus from Saumur to Chartres?

The best way to get from Saumur to Chartres is to train via Le Mans which takes 3h 28m and costs €40 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €55 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Saumur to Chartres bus arrive?

Saumur to Chartres bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Tours station.

Where does the Saumur to Chartres train arrive?

Saumur to Chartres train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Angers St Laud station.

Can I drive from Saumur to Chartres?

Yes, the driving distance between Saumur to Chartres is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Saumur to Chartres.

How do I get a train ticket from Saumur to Chartres?

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Where can I stay near Chartres?

There are 142+ hotels available in Chartres.

Saumur to Chartres - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Saumur to Chartres by train (TGV), train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Le Mans
best
1. Take the train from Saumur to Angers St Laudtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Angers Saint-Laud to Le Manstrain Ter
3. Take the train from Le Mans to Chartrestrain Ter
3h 28m
€42–95
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Saumur to Tourstrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Gare routière to Pôle d'échangesbus 434
4h 38m
€14–57
Drive 209.7 km
1. Drive from Saumur to Chartrescar 209.7 km
2h 25m
€32–47
Train
1. Take the train from Saumur to Tourstrain Ter
2. Take the train from Tours to Chartrestrain Ter
4h 24m
€39–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saumur to Toursbus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Gare routière to Pôle d'échangesbus 434
5h 27m
€17–54

Saumur to Chartres by train

92Weekly Trains

3h 28mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 264 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Saumur, Pays de la Loire, France and Chartres, Centre-Val de Loire, France?

You can take a train from Saumur to Chartres via Angers Saint-Laud and Le Mans in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saumur to Pôle d'échanges via Tours and Gare routière in around 5h 27m.

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